The Wave

19810h 44m6.9(113 votes)

DramaThrillerTV Movie

Synopsis

A teacher conducts an experiment in an American high school where students learn how easy it is to be seduced by the same social forces which led to the horrors of Nazi Germany.

The Wave (1981) is a drama, thriller, and tv movie film directed by Alexander Grasshoff. It stars Bruce Davison, Lori Lethin, and John Putch. The film runs for 44 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.9 out of 10 from 113 votes.

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Director

Alexander Grasshoff

Cast

Bruce Davison

Ben Ross

Lori Lethin

Lauree

John Putch

David

Johnny Doran

Robert

Pasha Gray

Amy

Wesley Pfenning

Christy Ross

Is The Wave Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of drama, thriller, and tv movie, The Wave is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Wave

Where can I watch The Wave?

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Who stars in The Wave?

The Wave stars Bruce Davison, Lori Lethin, John Putch, and Johnny Doran, and was directed by Alexander Grasshoff.

How long is The Wave?

The Wave has a runtime of 44 minutes.

When did The Wave come out?

The Wave was released in 1981.

What genre is The Wave?

The Wave is a drama, thriller, and tv movie film.

Is The Wave worth watching?

The Wave holds an average audience score of 6.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.